NIGERIA: The iDICE Startup Bridge Programme has officially launched, offering structured support for early-stage founders across Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory. The initiative operates under the broader Investment in Digital and Creative Enterprises (iDICE) Programme, implemented by the Bank of Industry and financed by the IsDB, African Development Bank Group and Agence Francaise de Developpement.
The program is delivered through two pathways: Founders Lab, now open for applications, provides 12-week capacity-building support for idea-stage founders including grants of up to NGN10 million (US$7,288.07) for high performers; and Growth Lab, launching later this year, will provide US$100,000 equity investments to start-ups showing traction, revenue potential and operational readiness.
iDICE Startup Bridge expects to support more than 500 tech start-ups in the country.
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